The '''Omicronians''' are a violent, agressive race that is 14 billion years old. They are descendant of [[Omicron Persei 8]] and possibly other planets in [[Omicron Persei System|that system]]. Omicronians stand around eight feet tall, and have characteristics of reptiles. Their skin can have various colours, ranging from a greenish-yellow to dark brown, their eyes are yellow with oval pupils. They are not very picky eaters, and have been known to swallow humans and orangutangs whole. They are also fans of [[20th century]] [[television]], particurlarly the programming of the [[Fox Network (in-universe)|FOX Network]]. They watch these programs "live" in the year [[3000]], since radio waves from [[Earth]] take 1,000 years to reach [[Omicron Persei 8]][[When Aliens Attack|<sup>(1ACV12)</sup>]]. The Omicronian war machine is one of the chief threats to the [[Democratic Order of Planets|DOOP]], and the Omicronians have been known to react disproportionally to even the slightest disturbance or irritation. They [[First Omicronian Invasion of Earth|first invaded Earth]] when [[Philip J. Fry|Fry]] knocked FOX off air and Omicronians couldn't see the end of [[Single Female Lawyer]]. Since then, they have invaded the planet for two more times. The [[Second Omicronian Invasion of Earth|second invasion]] ocurred when Humans began eating [[Popplers]], while the [[Third Omicronian Invasion of Earth|third invasion]] was actually a fake.

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The '''Omicronians''' are a violent, aggressive race that is 14-billion-years old. {{er|TBwaBB}} They are residents of [[Omicron Persei 8]] and possibly other planets in [[Omicron Persei System|that system]].

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== Reproduction ==

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== Culture ==

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Omicronians begin their lives in an immature, larval state, which are placed in large pits by the billions on nursery planets. In this state, they resemble fried shrimp and are reportedly delicious, they became widely known on Earth under the brand name ''[[Popplers]]'', distributed by the fast food franchise [[Fishy Joe's]][[The Problem with Popplers|<sup>(2ACV15)</sup>]]. After people had eaten billions of them the Omicronians invaded for a second time. Once mature, they become sentient immediately. It seems unlikely that the parents are actively involved in their upbringing, but this is only speculation. It seems likely that young Omicronians instinctively know how to speak once they have reached a certain stage. There is evidence that suggests the younger generation consumes the previous one ([[Jrrr]]: "When my species grows up, we eat our mums."). Based on the episode "[[Spanish Fry]]" the act of reproduction for this species may be dangerous to all others within a "safe, 500 meter radius". According to "[[Lrrreconcilable Ndndifferences]]", the female's organs must first move in position before starting intercourse.

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The Omicronians are fans of [[20th century]] [[television]], particularly the programming of the [[Fox Network (in-universe)|FOX Network]]. They watch these programs "live" in the year [[3000]], since radio waves from [[Earth]] take one thousand years to reach [[Omicron Persei 8]]. {{er|1ACV12}} Their technology is more advanced than that of the human race, as evidenced by their [[Omicronian Saucers|battle ships]], and they know the secret of immortality. {{er|1ACV12}} The Omicronian war machine is one of the chief threats to the [[Democratic Order of Planets|DOOP]], and the Omicronians have been known to react disproportionately to even the slightest disturbance or irritation. They [[First Omicronian Invasion of Earth|first invaded Earth]] when [[Philip J. Fry|Fry]] accidentally knocked FOX off air resulting in the Omicronians being unable to watch the finale of [[Single Female Lawyer]]. Since then, there have been [[Omicronian invasions of Earth|further invasions of Earth]]: the [[Second Omicronian Invasion of Earth|second invasion]] occurred when Humans began - originally unwittingly - eating [[Popplers|the Omicronian young]]; though the [[Third Omicronian Invasion of Earth|third invasion]] was actually a fake. and the [[Fourth Omicronian invasion of Earth|fourth invasion]], which occurred in [[3013]] was "led" by a reluctant Jrrr, which was the shortest invasion so far. The Omicronians also have [[Omicronian handbook|scouting]].

== Biology ==

== Biology ==

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Aside from their larger size and strength, their only super-human ability seems to be their capacity to swallow very large objects (like people). Their technology is more advanced than that of the human race, for example, their [[Omicronian Saucers|big ships]] and they know the secret of immortality. [[When Aliens Attack|<sup>(1ACV12)</sup>]]

The male's horn, white or brownish, are apparantly also their reproductive organs, and large horns signal a powerful man.[[Lrrreconcilable Ndndifferences|<sup>(6ACV11)</sup>]]

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Omicronians stand around eight feet tall, and have reptilian characteristics. Their skin can have various colours, ranging from a greenish-yellow to dark brown. Their eyes are yellow with oval pupils. They eat in great quantities, and are not particularly picky eaters, having been known to swallow [[humans]] and [[orangutans]] whole. Aside from their larger size and strength, their only super-human ability seems to be their capacity to swallow very large objects (such as people) in a similar manner to the [[Nibblonians]]. However, the Omicronians' swallowing capacity is arguably inferior as the Nibblonians are much smaller.

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The males' horns, coloured white or brownish, would appear to act as their reproductive organs, and large horns signify a powerful male. {{er|6ACV11}} [[Lrrr]] being the only Omicronian seen with dark horns might suggest that dark horns represent royalty, but it is not known if this is biological or cultural (Lrrr's horns could have been darkened artificially).

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Omicronians can apparently experience the effects of drugs in the same way as humans, as evidenced when Lrrr eats [[Free Waterfall, Jr.|a hippie]] and begins to exhibit signs of marijuana use. {{er|2ACV15}}

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Omicronian feces, or at least those of children, are similar to Earth's candy. {{er|7ACV16}}

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=== Reproduction ===

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Omicronians begin their lives in an immature, larval state, which are placed in large pits by the billions on nursery planets. In this state, they resemble fried shrimp and are reportedly delicious: they became extremely popular when sold under the brand name ''[[Popplers]]'', distributed by the fast food franchise [[Fishy Joe's]]. {{er|2ACV15}} As they mature they exhibit a rapid development of sentience: it would appear that young Omicronians instinctively know how to speak once they have reached a certain stage. It seems unlikely that the parents are actively involved in their upbringing, but this is only speculation; there is however evidence to suggest the younger generation consumes the previous one: a [[Jrrr|young Omicronian]] informs [[Turanga Leela|Leela]], "When my species grows up, we eat our mums".

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The act of reproduction for this species may be hazardous to any life-forms within a "safe, 500 meter radius", {{er|4ACV17}} and the female's organs must first move into position before commencing intercourse. {{er|6ACV11}}

*Their relationship with the [[Democratic Order of Planets|DOOP]] may be based on that of {{st|United Federation of Planets|the Federation}} and the {{st|Klingon Empire}} in ''[[Star Trek]]'' (prior to the Klingons' alliance with the Federation).

=== Quotes ===

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<poem>'''Lrrr''': People of Earth, I am Lrrr of the planet Omicron Persei 8. ''[He hears feedback behind him.]'' Turn down that TV, Ndnd.</poem>

Biology

Omicronians stand around eight feet tall, and have reptilian characteristics. Their skin can have various colours, ranging from a greenish-yellow to dark brown. Their eyes are yellow with oval pupils. They eat in great quantities, and are not particularly picky eaters, having been known to swallow humans and orangutans whole. Aside from their larger size and strength, their only super-human ability seems to be their capacity to swallow very large objects (such as people) in a similar manner to the Nibblonians. However, the Omicronians' swallowing capacity is arguably inferior as the Nibblonians are much smaller.

The males' horns, coloured white or brownish, would appear to act as their reproductive organs, and large horns signify a powerful male. [6ACV11]Lrrr being the only Omicronian seen with dark horns might suggest that dark horns represent royalty, but it is not known if this is biological or cultural (Lrrr's horns could have been darkened artificially).

Omicronians can apparently experience the effects of drugs in the same way as humans, as evidenced when Lrrr eats a hippie and begins to exhibit signs of marijuana use. [2ACV15]

Omicronian feces, or at least those of children, are similar to Earth's candy. [7ACV16]

Reproduction

Omicronians begin their lives in an immature, larval state, which are placed in large pits by the billions on nursery planets. In this state, they resemble fried shrimp and are reportedly delicious: they became extremely popular when sold under the brand name Popplers, distributed by the fast food franchise Fishy Joe's. [2ACV15] As they mature they exhibit a rapid development of sentience: it would appear that young Omicronians instinctively know how to speak once they have reached a certain stage. It seems unlikely that the parents are actively involved in their upbringing, but this is only speculation; there is however evidence to suggest the younger generation consumes the previous one: a young Omicronian informs Leela, "When my species grows up, we eat our mums".

The act of reproduction for this species may be hazardous to any life-forms within a "safe, 500 meter radius", [4ACV17] and the female's organs must first move into position before commencing intercourse. [6ACV11]